Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) is a trend that is quickly becoming the norm in the workplace. Employees are increasingly using their own personal devices to access work-related information and applications. This can be a great way to improve employee productivity and satisfaction, but it also introduces a number of security risks.
As an IT manager, it is important to be aware of the risks associated with BYOD and to take steps to mitigate them. Here are a few resources that can help you learn more about BYOD and how to manage it effectively, including statistics on adoption, trends, and security.
- 2021 BYOD Security Report by Bitglass: https://pages.bitglass.com/rs/418-ZAL-815/images/CDFY21Q2BYOD2021.pdf
- The Mobile BYOD Security Report by SlashNext: https://slashnext.com/report-the-mobile-byod-security-report/
- Cisco ISE BYOD Design Guide and Bring Your Own Device Configuration by Cisco: https://www.cisco.com/c/m/en_uk/products/security/identity-services-engine/use-case-byod.html
- Bring your own device (BYOD) - National Cyber Security Centre by NCSC: https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/collection/device-security-guidance/bring-your-own-device
- Core - Challenges of Privacy Protection: https://core.ac.uk/download/pdf/301384406.pdf
- Bring Your Own Device: How to do it well. Updated NCSC guidance on enabling your staff to use their own devices for work: https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/blog-post/bring-your-own-device-how-to-do-it-well
- Deloitte - Understanding The Bring-Your-Own-Device Landscape: https://www2.deloitte.com/content/dam/Deloitte/uk/Documents/about-deloitte/deloitte-uk-understanding-the-bring-your-own-device%20landscape.pdf
- Ponemon Institute - The Cost of Insecure Mobile Devices in the Workplace: https://www.ponemon.org/local/upload/file/AT%26T%20Mobility%20Report%20FINAL%202.pdf
· Bring-Your-Own-Device (BYOD)Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2023 - 2028): https://www.mordorintelligence.com/industry-reports/byod-market
· The State of BYOD in the UK by Gartner: https://www.gartner.com/doc/3832818/state-byod-uk
These reports all highlight the importance of implementing a strong BYOD policy in order to protect businesses from the security risks associated with BYOD. Some of the key components of a strong BYOD policy include:
- Setting clear expectations for BYOD applications: Employees should be clear on what is and is not allowed on BYOD devices.
- Providing security solutions: Employees should be provided with security solutions to protect their devices and the company's data.
- Educating employees: Employees should be educated on security best practices.
- Monitoring employee BYOD usage: Businesses should monitor employee BYOD usage to identify and address any potential security risks.
By following these recommendations, businesses can help to ensure that their BYOD policy is successful and that their business is protected from cyber threats.
Learn more about BYOD by reading our comprehensive guide to BYOD here
